December 17th 2024.
Two college scholarships have been called into question due to accusations of discrimination against white male applicants. According to Fox News, Do No Harm, a nonprofit organization focused on preserving the healthcare system from what they see as "woke activists", has filed two lawsuits against separate scholarship programs that they claim only benefit underrepresented minorities.
One of the lawsuits is directed at the E. Anthony Rankin Scholarship Program, offered by the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons. The complaint, filed by a Do No Harm member, alleges that the program excludes white male applicants, preventing them from learning from some of the most distinguished orthopedic surgeons in the country while serving military and veteran communities. The program is designed for underrepresented medical students and pairs them with a U.S. Military host for a four-week experience, providing up to $12,000 to cover expenses.
The second lawsuit is against the Underrepresented Minority Visiting Elective Scholarship at the University of Colorado. The complaint, filed on behalf of a Do No Harm member who is unable to apply for the scholarship due to their race, claims that the program is intended for individuals from historically disenfranchised communities, despite the scholarship website stating otherwise. The scholarship offers reimbursement for expenses related to a four-week elective, prioritizing applicants with an interest in serving underserved populations, leadership, and academic achievement.
Do No Harm argues that these programs violate the Fifth Amendment by operating in partnership with race-based service-learning programs. They seek to prevent enforcement of the eligibility requirements and potentially bar the consideration of race when selecting recipients. These lawsuits are part of a larger pushback against diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, with conservative-led groups challenging programs that they believe to be discriminatory. This comes after a 2023 Supreme Court decision that struck down affirmative action and the recent targeting and shutdown of a charity dedicated to supporting black women-owned businesses.
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